The 2010 South Carolina Medicare Advantage plans are upon us. Most of the plans are being released shortly and individuals who have Medicare Advantage coverage currently are beginning to get their notification of plan changes for 2010. This information is sure to open some eyes!
If you have a Medicare Advantage plan now, make sure that you review your plan information for 2010. Some of the formerly $0 premium plans are jumping to $60, $70, even $90/month. Also, some of the plans that are not changing their monthly premiums, are greatly reducing the amount of benefits that they offer. This is NOT the year to decide not to review your coverage.
Cuts to the Medicare Advantage program have “forced” some of the companies to change the way they think about funding their plans. Whereas before, plans did not necessarily need to collect a premium from the insured because of Federal funding, the reduction in funding has led to the plans relying more on customer premiums.
That said, there are still some very good Medicare Advantage plans in all areas of South Carolina for 2010. The best way to compare these options and choose the one that is the best fit for your specific county is through a qualified brokerage. Whether that is Secure Medicare Solutions or another brokerage, doing this comparison can insure that you get the best value for your money for 2010 South Carolina Medicare Advantage plans.
